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Students push for bike track upgrade

A group of Tailem Bend Primary School students are pushing for change, taking their ideas for a bike track upgrade directly to council after...

Murraylands, Mallee Anzac Day service guide

Anzac Day is approaching, as the day is set to honour the service and sacrifice of those who have served across all conflicts. Below is...

Community rallies behind Wendy

Easter Saturday brought more than just long-weekend cheer, with Purnong resident Wendy Johnson turning her garage into a hub of generosity and hope. Ms Johnson...

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Sport

Eagles soar into new season

Coach: Tyson Edwards Captain: TBC New signings: Peter Atsikbasis, Alfie Gollan, Cameron Jarrett, Russell Jensen Last Year: 5th (6 won - 10 lost) After a couple of low...

2026 season ready to begin

The 2026 River Murray Football League (RMFL) season gets underway on Saturday, 11 April, as each team looks to start their campaigns off well...

Footy’s new umpire’s coach

The River Murray Football League (RMFL) has a new umpire coordinator at the helm for 2026, with Mark Austin looking to impart his wide...

Suns ready to bring the heat

Coach: Tom Keough Captain: Shilo Dabinett New signings: Chester Forster, Jackson Fox, Clayton Godden, Joe Howard Last Year: 4th (10 won - 6 lost) Southern Mallee has been...

Legacy Day Fours a success

Murray Bridge RSL Bowling Club recently hosted its annual Legacy Day Fours in near-perfect conditions, with a full field of 18 teams from across...

Roosters shape up for 2026

Coach: Ray O’Donnell Captain: TBC New signings: Liam Mensforth, Cooper Rose Last Year: 7th (6 won - 10 lost) For the last few years, Rambler has been in...

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SA Government

The pain behind the loss

“THE harm creeps up on you — by the time you recognise it, it's already well and truly taken hold.” These are the words of...

See the signs, stop the harm

RECOGNISING the damage done early, and reaching out for support, are crucial to overcoming gambling harm for regional South Australians. Department of Human Services...

Strong support for regional communities

WHILE the challenges of gambling harm are continuing to evolve, a number of community services are providing support tailored to those living rurally. ...

How to access business support through algal bloom

The State Government’s Department of State Development is providing a range of measures to support impacted businesses, and their owners and staff, through the...

Tackling SA’s algal bloom

A harmful algal bloom has been impacting large stretches of South Australia’s coastline since mid-March. South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) Executive Director Professor...

Building consumer confidence in seafood

THE Dining Cashback program is a positive way to build consumer confidence in seafood, says Nick’s Fish Market owner Daryl Bairstow. Mr Bairstow said since...

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From the editor’s desk

Fuel problems continue to cast a long shadow over Australia, with the Federal Government scrambling to secure consistent supplies to keep the country running....

House break-in, theft at Murray Bridge

Police are investigating a break-in and theft in Murray Bridge. Sometimes between 19 December and 2 January, a residential house on Gwen Street, Murray Bridge...

What made news in 2008

SAD SCOUTS MURRAY Bridge Scouts’ numbers are on the rise, but plans for development adjacent to the clubhouse may limit its activities and expansion. The group...

Smiley, the steam train driver

Young creative Cadeyrn Smith is once again bringing imagination to life as his second children’s book, 'Smiley the Steam Train Driver', will soon be...

School holiday fun across the Murraylands

The school holidays are almost here, and across the Murraylands and Mallee there are plenty of things to do to keep parents, families and...

‘Bridge gets new CFS truck

The Murray Bridge Country Fire Service (CFS) has received a refurbished 34 Pumper (34P), a truck that would improve the local brigade’s capabilities on...

Murray Mallee traffic wrap up

Murray Mallee police dealt with multiple drivers over the Easter long weekend. At about 11am on Friday, 3 April, Murray Mallee police stopped a car...

Compost workshop for soil

Farmers across the region are being invited to take part in a hands-on workshop aimed at improving soil health through on-farm composting. Hosted by the...

Pederick loses Hammond

After 20 years in parliament, Adrian Pederick has lost his seat of Hammond, bringing an end to his two-decade career representing the electorate. Unseated in...

Truck show cancelled

The 2026 SA Truck and Ute Show has been cancelled, with organisers citing fuel supply uncertainty and concerns around travel as key factors behind...